Vahedpur - Sami, Patan
Vahedpur is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Vahedpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vahedpur is 508994. The village covers a total geographical area of 883.91 hectares and falls under the 384245 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Vahedpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vahedpur
According to the 2011 Census, Vahedpur village had a total population of 1,796 people, including 953 males and 843 females, living in 326 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.33%, with male literacy at 66.62% and female literacy at 34.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,796 | 953 | 843 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 198 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 503 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 450 | 615 |
Nearby Villages of Vahedpur
Vahedpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vahedpur
Public transport in the Vahedpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Vahedpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Vahedpur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vahedpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vahedpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vahedpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vahedpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vahedpur
Where is Vahedpur located?
Vahedpur village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vahedpur?
Vahedpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vahedpur?
The pincode of Vahedpur is 384245.
What is the population of Vahedpur?
Vahedpur had a total population of 1,796, including 953 males and 843 females.
How many households are there in Vahedpur?
Vahedpur had 326 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vahedpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vahedpur was 51.33%. Male literacy was 66.62% and female literacy was 34.08%.